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COF Drop Martin

Cradle of Filth reports: The latest news from the Cradle of Filth camp is that regrettably, long-term keyboardist Martin Foul (Powell) has sadly parted ways with the band, releasing the following press statement detailing the reasons for his decision: "Due to pressing personal reasons I have found myself unable to commit my best efforts and time to Cradle of Filth. Despite 5 great years, I which I have acheived along with my colleagues (past and present) a myriad of goals and dreams I have decided to bow out from Cradle. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Ministry Rantology

The PRP reports: Ministry are currently compiling an anthology release which carries the working title of "Rantology". The effort, which is expected to feature the bands new track "The Great Satan"[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Dillinger Escape Touring

The PRP reports: Due to various injuries, the Dillinger Escape Plan have had to take a break from touring and will not return to the road until their June 18th stop in Nijmegen, NET, official word is as follows: "Dillinger Escape Plan have been forced to cancel part of their upcoming tour due to numerous injuries within members of the band. Guitarist Brian Benoit who recently underwent major surgery last December aggravated his shoulder on their last American tour.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Early November / I Am The Avalanche Split

punkbands reports: Drive-Thru Records will release a split CD from label heavy-weights The Early November and newly signed I Am The Avalanche on July 26, 2005. The early November, known for their intense lyrics and natural recording style, provide two tracks[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

QuakeFest '05

The Quake reports: 105.7 The Quake (WQAK-Union City, TN) has annouced the line-up for QuakeFest '05. Nonpoint (LAVA) will headline this year's event that is set for June 25, 2005 at Skullbone Music Park in Skullbone, Tennessee. Also featured will be Vulpine (Brutal One Records), One Less Reason, Clench, Gathered Here Today, East of Innocence and Kryin' Out Loud. see full story link for more- Click Here for the Full Story

Death Cab For Peta

Peta reports: Noted indie producer, multitalented Death Cab for Cutie member, and longtime vegetarian Chris Walla has teamed up with peta2—PETA’s youth-focused division—to create a brand-new public service announcement (PSA) that encourages the band’s legions of devoted fans to eat their veggies. The PSA, which Chris designed himself, shows him standing behind a heaping plate of colorful vegetables next to the tagline “Add Some Color to Your Life—Try Vegetarianism!” Chris chose the theme for the ad—inspired by the classic 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey—in which he is dressed in a white shirt and white tie against a stark white background. Chris also sat down for an exclusive video interview to chat about why he went veg at 13, and viewers can find out what made him remark, “I feel like such a mother,” by watching the video at peta2.com. - Click Here for the Full Story

The Nomi Song DVD

press release reports: The Nomi Song DVD, will be released by Palm Pictures on June 14

A film by Andrew Horn, The Nomi Song recounts the story of groundbreaking performance artist Klaus Nomi - a true original on this or any other planet, who looked like an alien, sang like a diva, and became a cult figure in the new wave scene of the early 80's. Sadly, just as his career was gathering steam in 1983, Nomi became one of the first celebrities to succumb to AIDS, silencing his otherworldy falsetto forever...until now. Packed with extras (including bonus scenes, and 4 exclusive audio remixes featuring The Scissor Sisters' ana matronic) and narrated by countless contemporary artists as well as members of Klaus' new wave milieu, The Nomi Song is a tale both heartfelt and inspiring, which Palm is very proud to bring to music and art lovers everywhere.[see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

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Buttonhook Signs to Rough Stone Records

press release reports: Rough Stone Records has announced the signing of the group Buttonhook directly to the label. The band's latest album, Hear Me Roar will be released on May 24, 2005. The album will be available in stores and via the Internet.

The album was recorded at Tree Sound in Atlanta, Georgia in November 2004. Produced by Jimmi Bleacher, the album features a duo with Roman Carson and Bleacher, former vocalist for Geffen recording artist Salty Dog.

Buttonhook features ex-Neurotica (Ozzfest 2002) guitarist, Mike Gaudreau and ex-Den of Thieves vocalist, Roman Carson. Buttonhook will continue their relentless touring with headlining dates from May through October 2005 in 100+ cities across the United States. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Tommy Lee Update

press release reports: TOMMYLAND: THE RIDE will now be in-stores on August 9th

The premiere of Tommy Lee Goes To College has also changed and will now debut on August 16th at 9pm e/p and 8pm central as a one hour premiere with the first two episodes back to back[see full story to hear the first single]- Click Here for the Full Story

Peter Gabriel for Father's Day?

press release reports: Father’s Day is right around the corner (June 19th) and Rhino is here for the occasion. On November 16, 2004, Rhino released a Peter Gabriel DVD containing 23 solo videos called Peter Gabriel: Play. The DVD features videos that highlight the often outlandish visuals that have accompanied Gabriel’s music over the years including “Father, Son,” “Sledgehammer,” “In Your Eyes,” “Big Time,” “Shock the Monkey,” and “Solsbury Hill.”

Check out the full story link to watch the “Father, Son” Video - Click Here for the Full Story

Ra Return!

press release reports: Ra is back with their sophomore album titled Duality. The album comes out on June 21st.

Ra will appear on Rockline at Midnight on June 6th to discuss their new album Duality. To find your local radio station that carries Rockline, go to www.rocklineradio.com.

Click the full story link to check out the first single “Fallen Angles”- Click Here for the Full Story

Words Now Heard Inked

press release reports: JMB Record$, South Florida's ultimate record label, known throughout the music industry for its impressive contacts amongst a variety of bands, from up and coming artists to some of the biggest names in the music scene, announces today the signing of Words Now Heard, the one-man band, singer/songwriter Chris Martin, who is best know for his acoustic guitar and melodically inclined voice, to its label.

Martin hails from South Florida and has played to enthusiastic crowds ranging from 30 to 3,000. Playing alongside bands whose styles range from blues and jazz to pop, and hardcore punk, Martin has certainly proven his talent as an artist and gifted performer. With a belief that music is freedom, his stage show is versatile and heartfelt. Martin's motto over the last three years has become, "I will play with any band, at any time…"

Heard's debut album on JMB RECORD$ is due out in September and will be a pop-rock, soulful record. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

Live 8 All-Star Lineup Includes Pink Floyd, U2, Stones and More

antiMusic reports: Bob Geldof has put the rumors to rest and announced Live 8, an ambitious 16-hour concert marathon that will span the globe and feature a who's who of popular music including Paul McCartney, U2, Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, Linkin Park, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Mary J Blige, 50 Cent, Coldplay, Robbie Williams, REM, Oasis, Sting, Will Smith, Bon Jovi, Dave Matthews Band, Stevie Wonder, the Cure, P. Diddy, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Lauren Hill, Duran Duran, Razorlight and Brian Wilson.

Geldof insists that this isn't Live Aid 2, which was organized to raise money to battle famine in Africa. Live 8 is instead viewed as the dramatic climax to the "Make Poverty History" campaign. A campaign designed to rally public support to encourage the leaders of the world's eight wealthiest nations that will meet for the G8 summit in Scotland on July 6th, to tackle the problem of Third World debt and poverty by doubling aid, reforming trade laws and forgiving all debt. [see full story for more including the full current lineup]- Click Here for the Full Story

SOAD Vs Nature

antiMusic reports: System of a Down weren't going to let little things like Mother Nature, anxious promoters and a damaged stage keep them from rocking the Festimad in Madrid, Spain on Saturday night (May 28).

30,000 fans went to the Festimad with the intention of rocking and literally got rocked by a deluge of dust and debris carried by high winds which reached 60 mph. We received a report from the System camp that a couple hours before the band were to take the stage for their headlining performance the winds literally brought the metal and canvas roof down on the outdoor stage. [see full story for more]- Click Here for the Full Story

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